Born: 3 / 10 / 1982
Location: United States
Ernest Weatherly Greene Jr. (born October 3, 1982), known professionally as Washed Out, is an American singer, songwriter and record producer. Commonly associated with the chillwave genre in the 2010s, Pitchfork dubbed him "the godfather of chillwave".
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"If any particular qualm lingers, it's that some of the best visual moments come and go in a flash, somewhat like life."
"There’s definitely some lyrics on the record that don’t have anything to do with the Paracosm idea, but sonically I think there is [a narrative thrust]."
Mostly though, this album sounds like an escape, like pure white light and warmth and, while listening may not quite transport you to a different world, it definitely makes this one a little softer around the edges.
The next time the sun comes out, play Paracosm. Let it wash over you. Let it cleanse your soul.
Paracosm will fuel very different sorts of parties than Within And Without, but it’s still very much designed to be enjoyed with other humans around. Highly recommended.
'Don't Give Up' is filled with dreamy visuals